S1 Ep268: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 11. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 268
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching series. What is it about Abraham which is so admirable? Many things. But perh...
4m Jan 07, 2021
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S1 Ep56: "Praying the Lord's Prayer", What we are reading Episode 56
Each chapter of the book focuses on one phrase from the Lord's prayer.  --- 1. Father "Our Father in heaven". The emphasis here is on rethinking our understanding of our heavenly father, redeeming the concept of fathering from the damage done in this world, and refreshing ourselves on what it means that God is our father. “Father.” If you were to tally how many times Jesus uses that name for G...
17m Jan 06, 2021
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S1 Ep267: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 10. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 267
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching series. What is it about Abraham which is so admirable? Many things. But perh...
4m Jan 06, 2021
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S1 Ep230: How to use stories - "The Heart of Communication", Part 5. Tuesday Teaching Tips Episode 230
Introduction  "Reports convey information. Stories create experience. Reports transfer knowledge. Stories transport the reader, crossing boundaries of time, space, and imagination. The report points us there. The story puts us there." Roy Peter Clark Stories are fundamental to the human condition. Muriel Rukeyser said, "The universe is made of stories, not atoms." In his book, "The storytell...
14m Jan 05, 2021
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S1 Ep266: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 9. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 266
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching series. What is it about Abraham which is so admirable? Many things. But perh...
4m Jan 05, 2021
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S1: "How to live an adventurous faith", Genesis 12, Malcolm Cox. A sermon for the Thames Valley churches of Christ
Introduction - The year behind: largely an unexpected adventure! - The year ahead: more of the same!     - Uncertain outcomes - Choose - cooperate with God's faith adventure - We can learn how to start in the right way by looking at how Abraham's faith adventure began --- 1. Listen to God -  Genesis 12:1-4, 7 - What is God trying to achieve?     - Not just do something nice for Abram     - He...
44m Jan 04, 2021
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S1: "Adventures in faith with Abraham", Class 2, Abraham - the Balance of the Old Testament. Douglas Jacoby
Douglas Jacoby takes us on a tour of Abraham and his influence in the Old Testament. The accompanying handout can be found here:  https://www.malcolmcox.org/abraham-the-balance-of-the-old-testament-douglas-jacoby/ Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community.  Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? ...
31m Jan 04, 2021
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S1 Ep265: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 8. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 265
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching series. What is it about Abraham which is so admirable? Many things. But perh...
4m Jan 04, 2021
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S1: "How to live an adventurous faith", Genesis 12, Malcolm Cox. A sermon for the Watford church.
Introduction - The year behind: largely an unexpected adventure! - The year ahead: more of the same! - Choose - cooperate with God's faith adventure - We can learn how to start in the right way by looking at how Abraham's faith adventure began --- 1. Listen to God -  Genesis 12:1-4, 7 - What is God trying to achieve?     - Healing for creation         - Eden; murder; flood wickedness; Babel ...
28m Jan 03, 2021
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S1 Ep264: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 7. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 264
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching series. What is it about Abraham which is so admirable? Many things. But perh...
4m Jan 03, 2021
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S1 Ep76: Newsletter 02 Jan 2021 - Episode 76: "Happy New Year"
"Happy New Year!" I hope you had a cracking Christmas, but also a wonderful New Year. It's two days into 2021, the sun is shining outside my window, and God is God!  I have seen far too many headlines and memes over the last few days bemoaning 2020 and hoping that 2021 will be better. Granted, there were many things last year that were messed up and unpleasant. However, God was in it all.  I...
5m Jan 02, 2021
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S1 Ep263: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 6. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 263
Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 6. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 263 Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching...
4m Jan 02, 2021
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S1 Ep262: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 5. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 262
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching series. What is it about Abraham which is so admirable? Many things. But perh...
4m Jan 01, 2021
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S1 Ep261: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 4. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 261
Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 4. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 261 Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching...
4m Dec 31, 2020
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S1 Ep55: "How to plan your reading year", What we are reading Episode 55
Setting Goals - Focus on process more than achievement - i.e. daily, weekly actions - For me: Morning reading over breakfast & on stationary bike --- For me... - Weekly WWR broadcasts - Use Anki more - need to figure out how... - Be less patient with bad books --- 2021 - Your hopes for reading in 2021? Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in communi...
8m Dec 30, 2020
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S1 Ep260: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 3. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 260
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching series. What is it about Abraham which is so admirable? Many things. But perh...
4m Dec 30, 2020
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S1: "Adventures in faith with Abraham " Class 1: Introduction. Malcolm Cox
Introduction Why Abraham matters Jesus and other NT writers (see all NT refs at foot of notes) “the promise comes by faith, so that it may be by grace and may be guaranteed to all Abraham’s offspring—not only to those who are of the law but also to those who have the faith of Abraham. He is the father of us all.” (Romans 4:16 NIV11) “By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would l...
24m Dec 29, 2020
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S1 Ep259: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 2. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 259
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. This is a daily devotional podcast supporting a teaching series for the Watford church of Christ and the Thames Valley churches of Christ called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". It is also part of my quiet time coaching series. What is it about Abraham which is so admirable? Many things. But perh...
4m Dec 29, 2020
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S1 Ep229: "How to set your preaching and teaching growth for 2021". Tuesday Teaching Tips Episode 229
The previous episode was about how to assess your speaking year. Your speaking effectiveness. This week, just a brief note to ask how it's going? I'm recording this before I received my feedback, so I can't give you a perspective on that. However, I'm looking forward to whatever you and others share with me so that I can become a more effective speaker in 2021. Here are three things to conside...
10m Dec 29, 2020
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S1 Ep258: Adventures in Faith with Abraham - Episode 1. Quiet Time Coaching Episode 258
Would you like to learn more about faith? You've come to the right person. No, not me, Abraham. I'm Malcolm Cox and this is a daily devotional podcast called "Adventures in faith with Abraham". "... went, even though he did not know where he was going.” (Hebrews 11:8 NIV11) Join me as we step out on a faith adventure with Abraham. Episode 1 How important is Abraham to you? He is mentioned b...
4m Dec 28, 2020
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S1: "Mary's Prayer" Malcolm Cox
A reading for the communion at today's service for the Watford Church of Christ. It comes from Max Lucado's book, "God came near".  Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community.  Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here’s the email: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](...
10m Dec 27, 2020
10m
S1 Ep75: "Christmas Cheer": Newsletter Episode 75 - 26 December 2020
Merry Christmas everyone! I hope you had a lovely day yesterday. It was different, that's for sure, but hopefully, whatever your circumstances, since we have the spirit of Christ, I pray you found some refreshment in the day. Due to the magic of pre-recording, there is plenty on my website, podcast feed, and YouTube channel to enjoy it. The particular focus is reflecting on the year just gone ...
4m Dec 26, 2020
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S1 Ep257: "How to Review Your Devotional Life". Quiet Time Coaching Episode 257
This podcast is going live on Christmas Eve. Truthfully, the principles could be used on any occasion, but there are times to take stock. The story is told of the teacher passed over for promotion year after year. Finally, she confronted her line manager and asked, "I've been teaching for 25 years and never been promoted. I have two and a half decades of experience. I deserve to be promoted." ...
18m Dec 24, 2020
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S1: "Christmas Stars" - an original composition
I sat down at the piano the other day thinking about Christmas. This is what happened… Merry Christmas! Malcolm
4m Dec 23, 2020
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S1 Ep54: "How to review your reading year". What we are reading - Episode 54
List your progress and experiments What are your reading regrets this year? What are you reading rejoicings this year? Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community.  Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here’s the email: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto:malco...
7m Dec 23, 2020
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S1 Ep228: "How to assess your preaching and teaching growth in 2020", Tuesday Teaching Tips: Episode 228
Here we are, almost the end of the year, and time for some reflection. Specifically, reflecting on the effectiveness of our speaking. I made similar recordings in December last year and the year before. The links are below. [https://youtu.be/h834b238Ses](https://youtu.be/h834b238Ses) [https://youtu.be/GLcIz3xtAUI](https://youtu.be/GLcIz3xtAUI) --- I think it's fair to assume, if you're wat...
10m Dec 22, 2020
10m
S1 Ep74: "A narrow escape". Newsletter 18 December 2020: Episode 74
"A narrow escape" It was Wednesday morning. I was part-way through my prayer walk in the woods. I heard a noise above me in the canopy. A small branch fell a few yards away. I moved on a little nervously. Suddenly, an almighty "Crack!" made me jump, and I sprinted off the path into the undergrowth. Turning round I saw the trunk of a tree laid across the path where I had walked seconds earlier....
9m Dec 18, 2020
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S1 Ep256: "How to Ask in Prayer: "Amen". Quiet Time Coaching Episode 256
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 256 I am in my third year of participating in the Renovare (https://renovare.org/) book club. The first book in this season's set of four is "How to pray" by Pete Greig. Quiet time coaching episodes will focus on his book for the next few weeks. You don't need to read it to benefit from these recordings, but you might like to get hold of a copy for yourself. I have...
9m Dec 17, 2020
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S1 Ep53: "How to Pray". What We Are Reading: Episode 53
Simple, but profound How many books have you read on prayer? I have lost count. But that's OK. We have never grasped all there is to learn about prayer, because the subject is God. Some of the books on my shelf are theologically deep and philosophically complex. This is not one of those. Not to say that it is shallow. Not at all. Rather, it is deceptive in its simplicity. Pete puts it this w...
10m Dec 16, 2020
10m
S1 Ep227: "The Heart of Communication: How to really connect with an audience - Part 4". Teaching Tips 227
Introduction They may forget what you said – but they will never forget how you made them feel. Carl W. Buechner Parsons, Rob. The Heart of Communication: How to really connect with an audience . John Murray Press. Kindle Edition. Rob quotes John Maxwell who said, "Everyone communicate, few connects." --- Know your audience "...if you really want to connect with the audience there is somethi...
16m Dec 15, 2020
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S1: “Finding the Awesome in the Awkward”, Luke 2.8-20
(The Miracle in the Manger) “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has be...
30m Dec 13, 2020
30m
S1 Ep73: "How to parent in a pandemic". Newsletter Episode 73, 11 December 2020
"How to parent in a pandemic" Instead of an article this week I'm going to give you the outline of a devotional I'm planning to share with the parents of the Watford church this coming Wednesday. You are getting an advanced sneak peak! Even if you are not a parent, I think you will find something helpful here. The compassion of God and the faithfulness of Joseph are an inspiration. Subject: H...
14m Dec 11, 2020
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S1 Ep255: "How to Ask in Prayer: "Spiritual Warfare - How to Exercise Spiritual Authority" Quiet Time Coaching Episode 255
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 255 I am in my third year of participating in the Renovare (https://renovare.org/) book club. The first book in this season's set of four is "How to pray" by Pete Greig. Quiet time coaching episodes will focus on his book for the next few weeks. You don't need to read it to benefit from these recordings, but you might like to get hold of a copy for yourself. I have...
11m Dec 10, 2020
11m
S1 Ep52: "Interview with author J. Tyrone Marcus". What we are reading: Episode 52
Today I bring you an interview with my new friend, J. Tyrone Marcus.  He is the author of, "Unbeatable: seven pillars of personal excellence". I reviewed the book in, "What we are reading: Episode 50". I hope you will enjoy this entertaining chat. We explore the background to his motivation in writing the book, and his vision for its impact. This version of the interview focuses on the book....
38m Dec 09, 2020
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S1 Ep226: "The Heart of Communication: How to really connect with an audience - Part 3". Ordinary People. Tuesday Teaching Tip 226
Tuesday Teaching Tip 226 Introduction Designing a presentation without an audience in mind is like writing a love letter and addressing it: To Whom It May Concern. Ken Haemer Parsons, Rob. The Heart of Communication: How to really connect with an audience . John Murray Press. Kindle Edition. Today we continue our series based on the book "The heart of communication: How to really connect wit...
10m Dec 08, 2020
10m
S1 Ep72: "To love, or, to like?". Newsletter Episode 72
"To love, or to like" For a variety of reasons I have been pondering the substance of Christian unity. Everybody likes the concept. Most of us know it when we see it. But, what produces it? In a conversation with my friend Steve this week he said we need to learn how to get along and love each other, but we don't have to like each other, let alone agree on everything. So true. But does that c...
11m Dec 06, 2020
11m
S1 Ep254: "How to Yield in Prayer: "Confession and Reconciliation - How to Get Right with God". Quiet Time Coaching Episode 254
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 254 I am in my third year of participating in the Renovare (https://renovare.org/) book club. The first book in this season's set of four is "How to pray" by Pete Greig. Quiet time coaching episodes will focus on his book for the next few weeks. You don't need to read it to benefit from these recordings, but you might like to get hold of a copy for yourself. I have...
13m Dec 03, 2020
13m
S1 Ep51: "The self-learning blueprint", Peter Hollins. What we are reading, episode 51
Subtitle: "A strategic plan to break down complex topics, comprehend deeply, and teach yourself anything." This week, let's have a look at a book I've just finished called, "The self-learning blueprint". The author is Peter Hollins. According to his website (https://petehollins.com/) he is: "...a bestselling author and human psychology and behavior researcher. He is a dedicated student of th...
18m Dec 02, 2020
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S1 Ep225: "The Heart of Communication: How to really connect with an audience" Part 2 - "Ethos; Logos; Pathos". Tuesday Teaching Tip 225
Tuesday Teaching Tip 225 Introduction "There are three things to aim at in public speaking: first, to get into your subject, then to get your subject into yourself, and lastly, to get your subject into the heart of your audience." Alexander Gregg This is the second in a series based on the book "The heart of communication: How to really connect with an audience" by Rob Parsons. In my "What ...
11m Dec 01, 2020
11m
S1 Ep71: "How to be thankful". Newsletter. Episode 71. 29 November 2020
Just a short one this week. It's been especially busy with Christmas church service preparations as well as clearing the decks for a couple of days holiday next week. Thankfulness has been on my mind. I was baptised into Christ 36 years ago this month, and I baptised my wife into Christ 36 years ago next week. You can imagine that gratitude is a feature of my prayers at the moment. This Sunday...
6m Nov 29, 2020
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S1 Ep253: "How to Ask in Prayer: "Listening - How to Hear God". Quiet Time Coaching Episode 253
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 253 I am in my third year of participating in the Renovare (https://renovare.org/) book club. The first book in this season's set of four is "How to pray" by Pete Greig. Quiet time coaching episodes will focus on his book for the next few weeks. You don't need to read it to benefit from these recordings, but you might like to get hold of a copy for yourself. I have...
10m Nov 26, 2020
10m
S1 Ep50: "Unbeatable: Seven pillars of excellence". What we are reading. Episode 50
"I make the case that once we emphasize the cultivation of an integrated inner self, then we can realize true excellence—personal excellence." Marcus, J. Tyrone. Unbeatable: Seven Pillars of Personal Excellence . N/A. Kindle Edition. This week, let's have a look at a book I've just finished called, "Unbeatable: Seven pillars of personal excellence". I was put on to it by my friend Allan Cunni...
13m Nov 26, 2020
13m
S1 Ep224: "The Heart of Communication: How to really connect with an audience - Part 1", Introduction and Teachability, Tuesday Teaching Tips: Episode 224
Tuesday Teaching Tip 224 Introduction "All the great speakers were bad speakers at first." Ralph Waldo Emerson Today we are beginning a new series based on the book "The heart of communication: How to really connect with an audience" by Rob Parsons. In my "What we're reading (https://youtu.be/Pzd_3sc2h3U) " series I reviewed the full book (look for episode 49 (https://youtu.be/Pzd_3sc2h3U) ...
15m Nov 24, 2020
15m
S1 Ep70: "What is truly important?" Newsletter Episode 70
"What is truly important?" I'm preaching on this topic for the Watford and Dublin congregations this weekend. The reason it's on my mind is because of two incidents. Firstly, on Monday I had my usual extended prayer walk. Part way through, in the woods, I was stopped by God. I don't often 'hear' the voice of God, but on Monday I felt a compulsion to stop my walk and listen to this question, "...
11m Nov 22, 2020
11m
S1: "How to figure out what's really important", Mark 12:38-39, Malcolm Cox
Introduction * Most important thing to do for virus, economy, social well being? * Lot of our malaise when feeling overwhelmed, flat, anxious or overstressed is due to confused priorities, or, what's really important?     * “One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most imp...
41m Nov 22, 2020
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S1 Ep252: "How to Ask in Prayer: Contemplative Prayer" - Quiet Time Coaching Episode 252
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 252 I am in my third year of participating in the Renovare (https://renovare.org/) book club. The first book in this season's set of four is "How to pray" by Pete Greig. Quiet time coaching episodes will focus on his book for the next few weeks. You don't need to read it to benefit from these recordings, but you might like to get hold of a copy for yourself. I have...
18m Nov 19, 2020
18m
S1 Ep49: "The Heart of Communication: How to really connect with an audience". What we are reading: Episode 49
This week, let's have a look at a book I've just finished called, "The heart of communication: how to really connect with an audience". The author is Rob Parsons, formerly director at "Executive Chairman of Care for the Family, a charity committed to strengthening family life and helping others who are hurting due to family breakdown." I'm going to be sparing in my comments here about the det...
8m Nov 18, 2020
8m
S1 Ep223: "Remember the 95% Rule", Tuesday Teaching Tips: Episode 223
5 Lesser-Known Public Speaking Rules Every Young Professional Needs To Know - Part 5 Intro "Existing literature (https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C9&q=public+speaking&btnG=) on the art of public speaking is extensive: ranging from preparation (https://www.nytimes.com/guides/year-of-living-better/how-to-speak-in-public) and confidence (https://www.businessinsider.com/10-strat...
6m Nov 17, 2020
6m
S1 Ep69: "Blending kindness and strength", Newsletter 15 November 2020, Episode 69
"Blending kindness and strength" The competency of leadership is a prominent theme at the moment. Not only it's competency, but it's less defineable qualities. The election in the United States, the handling of the COVID–19 crisis in the UK, and many other topics have highlighted leadership as a conversation thread. At the risk of oversimplifying, it seems to me we tend to empathise either wi...
10m Nov 15, 2020
10m
S1: “How Jesus Heals the World”, Sermon for the Watford church of Christ
15 November 2020 Introduction Hands of Jesus QUESTION: Name some of the things he touched “Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” Immediately he was cleansed of his leprosy.” (Matthew 8:3 NIV11) “Then he touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith let it be done to you”;” (Matthew 9:29 NIV11) “Then he went up and touched the bier they ...
33m Nov 15, 2020
33m